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Amazing Stuffed Bell Peppers: A Healthy, Flavorful Feast

Ever wonder if you can eat gourmet on a broke budget? Same. Here’s my hack that blends health, taste, and savvy savings all in one. Dive into Only 5 ingredients!—because who has time for complicated?

Why You’ll Love It

• Only 5 ingredients!
• Family-friendly and picky-eater approved
• Zero fancy kitchen gear needed
• Leftovers are even better the next day
• Easy to meal prep or double for later

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers, tops removed and seeds cleaned out
• 1 cup cooked rice (any variety you like)
• 1 pound of ground turkey or beef
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a medium-sized skillet, brown the ground turkey or beef over medium heat until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
3. Combine the cooked rice, marinara sauce, and cooked meat in a mixing bowl. Stir until well mixed.
4. Place the cleaned bell peppers in a baking dish with their open side up. Fill them with the rice and meat mixture.
5. Top each stuffed pepper with shredded cheese.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
7. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your budget-friendly gourmet meal!

Keeping It Real

• Cooking these stuffed peppers is like a hug in a bowl — satisfying and simple.
• Balancing life, meal prep, and earning is easier with multitasking gigs at your fingertips.
• Trust me, the bell pepper dish is as comforting as a paycheck notification after finishing a gig.